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Call for Papers
The Nebraska APCO/NENA Conference Committee is seeking breakout session proposals for presentations for the 2024 conference taking place October 7-9, 2024 at the Graduate Hotel, 141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE.
This Call for Papers invites all public safety telecommunicators, industry associates, business professionals, and educators to submit a written proposal for a presentation, workshop, or panel discussion. Interested instructors are required to complete and submit the attached form and a photo of the presenter(s).
Sessions are 60 minutes in duration to allow for questions.
Presenter Guidelines and Submission Requirements:
This Call for Papers invites all public safety telecommunicators, industry associates, business professionals, and educators to submit a written proposal for a presentation, workshop, or panel discussion. Interested instructors are required to complete and submit the attached form and a photo of the presenter(s).
Sessions are 60 minutes in duration to allow for questions.
Presenter Guidelines and Submission Requirements:
- Presenters are responsible for all travel costs unless otherwise specified in the call for papers and approved by the NE APCO-NENA Chapter.
- Presenters are given complimentary full conference registration to attend all or any part of the conference that may be of interest, including meals.
- One co-presenter per session qualifies for a 50% discount on conference registration.
- Presenters are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. A projector, screen, sound system is provided in each breakout room. If you have any specific needs other than those mentioned, please notify the Educational Session Selection Committee Chair(s).
- Submissions must include a personal photo, contact information and a brief biography of the speaker(s) and co-presenters (limit of 3 co-presenters).
- Biographies must be 70 words or less and written in third person. Information should be written in the fashion it would appear in the Conference Program Guide.
- All submissions must be made electronically via the online submission process and the submission form must be completed in its entirety. If you do not receive an e-mail confirmation, your proposal was not properly submitted or received. If you have questions regarding whether the proposal was submitted and accepted you must contact the chair and/or co-chair prior to the deadline of July 21st, 2024 at 5pm CST.
2024 Conference: “9-1-1 Through the Decades”
Monday October 7, 2024 – Wednesday October 9, 2024
The Graduate Hotel 7 Conference Center
141 North 9th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska
The Graduate Hotel 7 Conference Center
141 North 9th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska
Attendee Registration
- Member of APCO, NENA, or NESCA: $190.00
- Non-Member: $200.00
- One Day Registration: $100.00
Hotel Registration
- Hotel Room Block: $117 per night per room
- Hotel reservations deadline is September 15, 2024
Keynote Speaker
Nicole M. Bianchi
"Mastering Tough Talks: Transforming into Brave Conversations" Tuesday October 8, 2024 at 9:15 AM In the world of leadership, the ability to navigate and transform tough conversations into strategic advantages is not just a skill—it's a game-changer. Welcome to a keynote designed exclusively for you, where we will explore the powerful art of mastering brave conversations to elevate your leadership excellence. Uncover how transforming tough talks into strategic advantages can give your organization a competitive edge in today's dynamic business landscape. |
Key Takeaways:
This dynamic and motivational keynote is specially crafted for your Employee Impact Groups, offering valuable insights and tailored strategies that resonate with your distinct challenges and roles. It's designed to enhance your collective leadership impact, setting your organization on the path to extraordinary achievement. Developing a proficiency in navigating difficult conversations is the key strategic edge your team brings to the table.
About Nicole M. Bianchi
Award-winning entrepreneur Nicole Bianchi is the ultimate success story. From life on a farm to leadership roles in Fortune 500, Bianchi found true bravery in consistent small moves that led her own career soar to positions of leadership over 16 years with two powerful Fortune 300 companies. Nicole made the move to start her own business in 2012, and never looked back.
As an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, and award winning entrepreneur, she partners with brands all over the globe. She is widely regarded as the go-to source for leadership and bravery.
Her passion? Inspiring Bravery.
Her focus? Enabling leaders to stretch into their bravest selves.
Her life’s work is just that: helping others find that courage, that strength to take consistent actions and learn how to have those difficult conversations with ease, to facilitate success.
Off-stage, she loves traveling with her husband and cheering on her three young adult children in life. You can catch her singing off-key karaoke with a full-bodied glass of wine in hand.
- Gain a profound understanding of the pivotal role tough conversations play in your leadership journey and the impact they can have on your organization's success.
- Learn advanced strategies to navigate five key types of tough talks, from setting the tone in "How We Work" conversations to strategically planning "Moving On" discussions.
- Discover how to foster a culture of open and effective communication within your peers, your leader and your team, where tough conversations are embraced as opportunities for growth.
This dynamic and motivational keynote is specially crafted for your Employee Impact Groups, offering valuable insights and tailored strategies that resonate with your distinct challenges and roles. It's designed to enhance your collective leadership impact, setting your organization on the path to extraordinary achievement. Developing a proficiency in navigating difficult conversations is the key strategic edge your team brings to the table.
About Nicole M. Bianchi
Award-winning entrepreneur Nicole Bianchi is the ultimate success story. From life on a farm to leadership roles in Fortune 500, Bianchi found true bravery in consistent small moves that led her own career soar to positions of leadership over 16 years with two powerful Fortune 300 companies. Nicole made the move to start her own business in 2012, and never looked back.
As an international keynote speaker, best-selling author, and award winning entrepreneur, she partners with brands all over the globe. She is widely regarded as the go-to source for leadership and bravery.
Her passion? Inspiring Bravery.
Her focus? Enabling leaders to stretch into their bravest selves.
Her life’s work is just that: helping others find that courage, that strength to take consistent actions and learn how to have those difficult conversations with ease, to facilitate success.
Off-stage, she loves traveling with her husband and cheering on her three young adult children in life. You can catch her singing off-key karaoke with a full-bodied glass of wine in hand.